Indiana DOR Suspends Gasoline Use Tax Under Energy Emergency Order

The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) announced the temporary suspension of the gasoline use tax effective April 8 through May 8, 2026, pursuant to Executive Order 26-09 issued by Governor Mike Braun. The suspension was authorized under IC 10-14-3-13 following the declaration of an energy emergency due to rising gasoline prices. The gasoline use tax, imposed at the distributor level under IC 6-2.5-3.5, will not apply during the suspension period, and temporary filing and reporting instructions have been provided to licensed distributors through INTIME. The department stated that the suspension may be reevaluated and extended if necessary. [Ind. Dep’t of ...